Calendar

JUNE 1 13: Carol Wedemeyer exhibits CLAY SHAPES at Ruby's Clay Studio. Reception June 3, 6 to 10 pm. 552A Noe St. 558-9819.
JUNE 2: The ZOOFEST for Kids! 2000 fundraiser gives children and their parents a chance to explore the zoo from 6:30 to 8:30 pm, including behind the scenes visits with animals, and free Safari train and Carousel rides. For information, 753-7165.
JUNE 2: Evander Music Summer Festival 2000 features an 8 pm CONCERT by the Alex Candelaria Trio, and Music for Rilke's Duino Elegies performed by Steve Adams, Phillip Greenlief, and Ben Goldberg at 9:30 pm. Noe Valley Ministry, 1021 Sanchez St. 282-2317.
JUNE 2 4: Jo Kreiter's "COPRA DOCK Dances" is a site-specific performance on the Copra Crane at Pier 84. Noon and 2 pm. Islais Creek Channel, one block south of the intersection of Cesar Chavez and Indiana. 643-0468.
JUNE 3: MAGICIAN Chris Abbe kicks off the Summer Reading Club at the Glen Park Library. 3 pm. 653 Chenery St. 337-4340.
JUNE 3: An all-school RECITAL at Community Music Center features solo and chamber works in a variety of styles. 3 pm. 544 Capp St. 647-6015.
JUNE 3: The San Francisco MYSTERY BOOKSTORE features L.C. Hayden from 2 to 3 pm, Aaron Elkins from 4:30 to 5:30 pm, and Robert Crais from 5:30 to 6:30 pm. 4175 24th St. 282-7444.
JUNE 3: Acoustic BOX SET DUO Jim Brunberg and Jeff Pehrson perform in concert at 8:15 pm. Noe Valley Music Series at the Noe Valley Ministry, 1021 Sanchez St. 454-5238.
JUNE 3 AUG. 5: SUMMER READING CLUB 2000 encourages kids up to age 13 to read books and thereby earn prizes. Come to the Noe Valley Library, or any branch library, for information. 451 Jersey St. 695-5095.
JUNE 4: Eclectic band Fynn performs at the SPCA's annual ANIMAL WING-DING. 10 am 4 pm. 2500 16th St. 934-8266.
JUNE 4: Vijay Stallings teaches a class in AYURVEDIC COOKING, considering the basic body types and foods appropriate for each. 11 am 2 pm. Integral Yoga Institute, 770 Dolores St. 821-1117.
JUNE 4: A Summer Magic FAMILY FESTIVAL features singing clowns, magic, Irish dances, and a family dance, to benefit the Noe Valley Nursery School. 2 6 pm. Noe Valley Ministry, 1021 Sanchez St. 647-2278.
JUNE 4: Music on the Hill presents "SONGS My Mother Sang to Me: Music from Eastern Europe." 7 pm. St. Kevin's Church, 704 Cortland Ave. 820-1429.
JUNE 5 AUG. 18: Mission YMCA's "Movin' On" DAY CAMP for middle schoolers offers sports, arts, learning, and field trips, to be held at James Lick School. For information, call 586-6900.
JUNE 6: A RELAXATION class at Array of Light runs from 7 to 9 pm. 4291 24th St. 642-9249.
JUNE 7: "Men at Work" RALLY for the Breast Cancer Fund in downtown San Francisco. 11:30 am. Meet at 345 California St. and march to Justin Herman Plaza. 543-2979.
JUNE 7, 14, 21 & 28: A PRAYER GROUP at the Noe Valley Ministry begins at 9:30 am. 1021 Sanchez St. 282-2317.
JUNE 7 & 21: A BOOK DISCUSSION group at the Noe Valley Ministry meets from 6:15 to 7:15 pm. 2nd floor, 1021 Sanchez St. 282-2317.
JUNE 8: The Noe Valley Democratic Club's featured speaker, State Assemblywoman CAROLE MIGDEN, will discuss the state budget and the feasibility of a 30th and Mission BART station. 7:30 pm. Noe Valley Ministry, 1021 Sanchez St. 821-4087.
JUNE 9: Manring/Kassin/Darter perform adventurous MUSICAL improvisations. 8:15 pm. Noe Valley Music Series at the Noe Valley Ministry, 1021 Sanchez St. 454-5238.
JUNE 9 17: The SHOOK DANCE Troupe and emSpace dance perform recent work Friday and Saturday at 8:30 pm. Dancers' Group Studio Theater, 3221 22nd St. 824-5044.
JUNE 9 24: Theater Rhubarb performs five modern NOH PLAYS by Yukio Mishima. Thurs. Sat. 8 pm. Noh Space, 2840 Mariposa St. 751-0439.
JUNE 10: A block-long GARAGE SALE on Elizabeth Street between Noe and Sanchez offers a chance to bargain for a variety of treasures!
JUNE 10: CHIRGILCHIN, "throat singers" from Tuva, Southern Siberia, can sing two, three, or more notes simultaneously. 8:15 pm. Noe Valley Music Series at the Noe Valley Ministry, 1021 Sanchez St. 454-5238.
JUNE 10 JULY 24: Kids Summer DANCE THEATER CAMP, for ages 5 through 13, features improvisation and vocal training, besides dance classes. Mon. Fri., 9 am 3 pm. Dance Mission Theater. 3316 24th St. 835-2124.
JUNE 11: The DOGGONE FUN RUN, a 5K pledge run/walk with your dog, is a benefit for PAWS. 9 to 11 am. Begins in Speedway Meadow, Golden Gate Park. Register at 241-1464.
JUNE 11: The third annual motorcycle PRIDE RIDE benefits Shanti. Noon. For info and registration, call 674-4720.
JUNE 11 & JULY 9: BREEMA bodywork workshops offer relief from stress and tension, and support balance and vitality. 2:30 5:30 pm. Noe Valley Ministry, 1021 Sanchez St. 255-7947.
JUNE 13: FILMS for preschoolers screen at 10 and 11 am. Noe Valley Library, 451 Jersey St. 695-5095.
JUNE 13: A four-week mama (or daddy) and baby MUSIC CLASS, and an eight-week "Rhythm Kids" class for kids 18 mos. to 3 years begin at Natural Resources. 4081 24th St. 550-2611.
JUNE 13: A ROSE QUARTZ workshop explores the unique energy of the stone. 7 to 9 pm. Array of Light, 4291 24th St. 642-9249.
JUNE 13: Bob Chrisman reads his POETRY at 7 pm, followed by an open mike. Keane's 3300 Club, 3300 Mission St. 826-6886.
JUNE 14: "HOMEOPATHY and Emotional Conditions," a seminar exploring the use of homeopathy in treating chronic and acute conditions, is offered by the Pacific Academy of Homeopathy. 7 9 pm. 1199 Sanchez St. To reserve a space, call 695-2710.
JUNE 14: The "antichrist of erotica" PAT CALIFIA discusses her new collection of short fiction, No Mercy. 7:30 pm. Modern Times Bookstore, 888 Valencia St. 282-9246.
JUNE 14 & 15: St. Paul's offers a two-day RENO trip to help raise funds for the church's Retrofit Fund. Call Katy O'Shea or Mary Tan at the rectory, 648-7538.
JUNE 14, 21 & 28: The Noe Valley Library holds infant/toddler LAPSITS.
7 pm. 451 Jersey St. 695-5095.
JUNE 14 & 28: The Noe Valley Ministry offers a MEDITATION service from 6:15 to 7:15 pm, and an Open Choir from 7:30 to 9 pm; drop-ins welcome. 2nd floor, 1021 Sanchez St. 282-2317.
JUNE 16: People's Bizarre performs original and traditional FOLK SONGS inspired by Klezmer, Hungarian, and Macedonian music, and American jazz. 8 pm. Community Music Center, 544 Capp St. 647-6015.
JUNE 17: Bring the little one to
"TODDLER TIME with Liz" at the Bernal Heights Library. 3:30 pm. 500 Cortland Ave. 695-5160.
JUNE 17: ETH-NO-TEC performs Sharing the Light: Wisdom Tales for the New Millennium. 8 pm. Randall Museum, 199 Museum Way. 554-9523.
JUNE 17: PENELOPE HOUSTON and Noelle Hampton perform an acoustic concert at 8:15 pm. Noe Valley Music Series at the Noe Valley Ministry, 1021 Sanchez St. 454-5238.
JUNE 19 JULY 1: Summerfun
THEATER CAMP for kids 5 to 13 features drama, dance, art, scriptwriting, and an original performance created by the participants. Mon. Fri., 9 am 3:30. with two Sunday performances. The Growing Stage at the Marsh, 1062 Valencia St. 826-5750, ext. 2.
JUNE 20: Preschool STORY TIME, a read-aloud program for children 3 to 5, begins at 10 am. Noe Valley Library, 451 Jersey St. 695-5095.
JUNE 20: The authors of Finding a Preschool for Your Child in San Francisco will be on hand to answer questions at Natural Resources. 2 pm. 4081 24th St. 550-2611.
JUNE 20: An ANGEL WORKSHOP features guided meditations and discussions of the angelic realm, guardian angels, messengers, and guides. 8:30 10 pm. Array of Light, 4291 24th St. 642-9249.
JUNE 22: Art historian Sidra Stich gives a SLIDE TALK on contemporary arts and culture in the British Isles at the Mechanics' Institute. 6 pm. 57 Post St. 393-0014.
JUNE 22: JoAnn Levy discusses "Women of the GOLD RUSH," using letters, diaries, and newspapers. Sponsored by the San Francisco History Association. 7 pm. Ebenezer Lutheran Church, 678 Portola Drive. 750-9986.
JUNE 22: Scottish Country Dance hosts a Summer SOLSTICE PARTY, with jigs and reels to fiddle tunes; spectators welcome. 7:45 pm. Noe Valley Ministry, 1021 Sanchez St. 333-9372.
JUNE 22 & 29: Learn how to incorporate HOME ALTARS into your daily spiritual work, and explore symbols and objects used with altars. 7 to 9 pm. Array of Light, 4291 24th St. 642-9249.
JUNE 23 & 24: An AMERICAN COMPOSERS forum highlights new works by three artistic teams. 8 pm. ODC Theater, 3153 17th St. 979-4500.
JUNE 24: Kristy Harris speaks about "Improving the Quality of Life While Affected by ARTHRITIS" at the monthly meeting of the Older Women's League (OWL). 10:30 am to 12:15 pm. Call 989-4422 for location.
JUNE 24: WATER PLAY DAY at the Randall Museum features games, experiments, and Madeleine Dunphy's story hour about the watery creatures of Here Is the Coral Reef and Here Is the Wetland. 11 am 3 pm. Randall Museum, 199 Museum Way. 554-9523.
JUNE 24 25: It's GAY PRIDE weekend. Saturday events start at Civic Center at noon. The parade on Sunday kicks off at 10:30 am at Market and Beale streets. Call 864-FREE for more info.
JUNE 24 & 25: Create a MOSAIC stepping stone for your garden at a weekend workshop led by a Potrero Hill artist. Sat., 10 am 5 pm, and Sun., noon 3 pm. Call Joni at 648-6740.
JUNE 25: Create a SAND MANDALA at a workshop at Array of Light. 10 am 1 pm. 4291 24th St. 642-9249.
JUNE 25: Berkeley author and former Federal Public Defender Ayelet Waldman introduces a new series of MYSTERIES with Nursery Crimes. 1 2 pm. San Francisco Mystery Bookstore, 4175 24th St. 282-7444.
JUNE 27: Rebecca Nile, the BUBBLE LADY, tell bubble stories and makes bubble sculptures, with audience participation, for all ages. 10:30 am. Noe Valley Library, 451 Jersey St. 695-5095.
JUNE 27: The Integral Yoga Institute offers a workshop in HATHA YOGA modifications for back pain. 6 8 pm. 770 Dolores St. 821-1117.
JUNE 27: ALICE ROGOFF and the National Writers Union will read poetry at Keane's 3300 Club, 3300 Mission St. 826-6886.
JUNE 28 AUG. 9: A wise man teaches the practical basics of TAROT reading, using the Rider Waite deck. Wednesdays, 7 to 9 pm. Array of Light, 4291 24th St. 642-9249.
JUNE 29: This month's UPPER NOE NEIGHBORS meeting will begin at 7:30 pm. Upper Noe Rec Center, Day & Sanchez. 285-0473.
JUNE 30: DANCES of Universal Peace features the drums and guitars of the Sufi Islamia Ruhaniat Society. 7:30 9:30 pm. Integral Yoga Institute, 770 Dolores St. 821-1117.
JULY 1: Three teachers lead CREATIVE WRITING exercises in "Fireworks from Within." 10 am 1 pm. The Writing Salon; call 642-9793 to register, or email www.writingsalons.com.
JULY 1: "ArtFusion," an exhibit/sale of handcrafted works for body and home, features the work of 24 Bay Area jewelers and artists. 11 am 6 pm. Noe Valley Ministry, 1021 Sanchez St. 822-5580.
JULY 1: KENT BRAITHWAITE signs The Wonderland Murders. 3 4 pm. San Francisco Mystery Bookstore, 4175 24th St. 282-7444.
JULY 1, 2 & 4: The San Francisco MIME TROUPE performs Eating It, a satirical examination of market-driven genetic engineering. 2 pm. Dolores Park. 285-1717.